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Lauren Navin O'Meara

Lake Bluff,IL

Summary

Motivated and compassionate early-career Registered Dietitian with focused experience in clinical and oncology nutrition within an outpatient setting. Skilled in conducting comprehensive nutrition assessments, educating patients undergoing cancer treatment, and collaborating with healthcare teams to support individualized care plans. Strong foundation in evidence-based practice and a commitment to continuous professional growth. Dedicated to delivering empathetic, patient-centered care that promotes long-term wellness and improved quality of life.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Oncology Dietitian

City of Hope Illinois
11.2024 - Current
  • Conducted nutritional assessments to evaluate client health and dietary habits.
  • Educated clients on nutrition principles and healthy eating practices.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient care strategies.
  • Participated in community outreach programs to promote nutritional awareness.
  • Provided support in managing chronic diseases through dietary modifications.
  • Monitored client progress, adjusting plans as needed for effectiveness.
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing individualized nutrition plans and providing ongoing counseling.

Dietitian

Forefront
06.2024 - 10.2024
  • Conducted nutritional assessments to evaluate client health, nutritonal status and dietary habits.
  • Maintained accurate records of 50 residents including: assessments, interventions, progress updates, and malnutrition status to ensure continuity of care.
  • Educated patients on the importance of proper nutrition for managing chronic conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.
  • Established and maintained positive relationships with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members through effective communication and collaboration.
  • Provided support in managing chronic diseases and malnutrition through dietary modifications.

Graduate Assistant

ISU Health Promotion and Wellness
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Deliver one-on-one and group nutrition support to the campus community.
  • Provided individual and group counseling and education on mindfulness and nutrition for overall well-being
  • Made individualized health and wellness goals for individuals.
  • Served as a department representative at outreach events and assisted in department projects.

Dietary Aide

Thrive of Lisle Rehabilitation Center
06.2021 - 12.2021
  • Provide nutrition support for pateints in a short-term care facility.
  • Assist in food preparation, help with kitchen maintenance, and set up food over 100 trays.
  • Maintain food inventories and check diet reports.

Waitress and General Staff

Pinecone Tea Cottage
07.2015 - 12.2021
  • Provide excellent customer service, solve customer complaints, and respectfully resolve dining issues.
  • Collaborate with various people and adapt and perform various roles when needed.
  • Aid in food preparation, sanitation, and presentation of food.

Education

Master of Science - Nutrition and Dietetic Internship

Illinois State University
Bloomington, IL
12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Food Nutrition and Dietetics

Illinois State University
Bloomington, IL
08.2022

Nursing Department

Lewis University
05.2019

Skills

  • Medical nutrition therapy
  • Oncology nutrition
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • EPIC

Certification


  • Registered Dietitian April 2024
  • Licensed Dietitian in Illinois and Wisconsin

Supervised Practice

Community Nutrition Total Hours: 320

Illinois Cancer Care: Peoria, IL

Day Care Resources: Tremont, IL

· Provided outpatient counseling to individuals in various states, forms, and stages of cancer.

· Made individualized and evidence-based interventions for patients based on treatment regimen, lifestyle, and disease state.

· Became familiar with and utilized various resources to assist patients with financial constraints on nutrition-related needs.

· Showed patients how to use and maintain feeding tubes properly.

· Helped various Day Care Homes and Centers abide by CAFP rules and regulations.

· Developed focused nutrition education handouts and presentations for specific community population needs.

Clinical Nutrition Total Hours: 320

OSF St. Joseph: Bloomington, IL

· Performed nutrition screening and assessments on all patient populations; performed NFPE.

· Implemented evidence-based nutritional interventions for patients with various diseases.

· Provided counseling to individuals with various health concerns and tailored education to their needs.

· Developed nutrition support recommendations when appropriate for patients. Analyzed risks and benefits of nutrition support for patients.

Foodservice Rotations Total Hours: 320

Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality at Illinois State University: Normal, IL

OSF St. Joesph: Bloomington, IL

· Performed management functions related to safety, security, and sanitation that affect employees, customers, patients, facilities, and food.

· Utilized CBOARD to analyze and monitor food procurements and manage finances.

Timeline

Oncology Dietitian

City of Hope Illinois
11.2024 - Current

Dietitian

Forefront
06.2024 - 10.2024

Graduate Assistant

ISU Health Promotion and Wellness
08.2022 - 05.2023

Dietary Aide

Thrive of Lisle Rehabilitation Center
06.2021 - 12.2021

Waitress and General Staff

Pinecone Tea Cottage
07.2015 - 12.2021

Nursing Department

Lewis University

Master of Science - Nutrition and Dietetic Internship

Illinois State University

Bachelor of Science - Food Nutrition and Dietetics

Illinois State University

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